How do you reattach shade anchors?

Sam452
Sam452 Member Posts: 19
edited March 2020 in Modifications & Upgrades




Of course, you just screw it back in. Except, I’ve done that. But I’m finding that replacing it with a larger or longer screw can only get you so far (too long of a screw punctures the outer shell). The soft wood of the frame isn’t helpful as it’s terribly easy to bump it out again. 

How do others keep their anchors in place given that the screens get ripped out. 

This is my front window which holds the luggage. My 2008 CS T@B doesn’t have much storage space for stuff. I’ve searched the forums but haven’t found similar issues. 
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  • Mouseketab
    Mouseketab Member Posts: 1,261
    Put toothpick or matchstick pieces in the hole with some wood glue. then you have something for the screw to bite into
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  • dragonsdofly
    dragonsdofly Member Posts: 1,927
    @Sam452, what @Mouseketab said 2X. Also you might try to fill the hole with an appropritely sized dowel and wood glue it into place giving the screw a solid place to bite into.
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  • Dalehelman
    Dalehelman Member Posts: 2,414
    edited March 2020
    That this picture to local hardware store. They are for hollow core doors. Perfect for thin paneling. 

    (Edited for photo size.)


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  • patandjeff
    patandjeff Member Posts: 18
    EZ anker   there are all kinds
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  • Sam452
    Sam452 Member Posts: 19
    Thank you all for the pointers! With your help, I was able to get it resolved.
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